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Former Heisman contender eager for new season

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These days Temple running back Bernard Pierce has renewed confidence. And why shouldn't he? It's a new season and the pressure of winning the Heisman Trophy seems to have subsided. "Bernard just needs to be Bernard," said Owls Head Coach Steve Addazio. "Work hard. Work on being a great football player, a great person. Work on getting his degree. He doesn't need all those outside distractions."